Tonjol

from jawa

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noun
Locus
From jawa

Definition

A part of the body or surface of an object that protrudes outward, appearing as a bump or uneven area.

Etymology

Loan from Javanese 'tonjol' meaning a protruding part. Entered Indonesian through Javanese cultural contact, retaining its meaning of a protuberance or bump on a surface.

Semantic Category

Locus